How can we use play to teach English?

Welcome to this special final episode of series three of the TeachingEnglish podcast! Chris and We'am look back at some of the highlights from the series. They also talk to a panel of ELT experts who answer the questions from you, our TeachingEnglish community listeners. First, w ...  Show more

In this episode, we ask the question: How can I use the creative arts to teach English? Chris and We'am talk about how art in the classroom can help create a positive atmosphere for learning. First they talk to Chrysa Papalazarou. She talks about how the use of visual art can cap ...  Show more

Listen with FREE Interactive Transcript only on the RealLife App. In this episode, Izzy and Ethan explore how video games helped RealLife English team members learn real, everyday English. Discover three inspiring stories, learn why gaming is an underrated learning tool, and get ...  Show more

We all remember playgrounds when we were children – slides, swings, climbing frames. But have you heard of the new playgrounds which are designed to include things that others might consider junk... like old tyres and wooden pallets! Pippa and Phil discuss this and teach you some ...  Show more

Everyone likes to see children playing, but do we also want them to play up? Find out more about this phrasal verb with Rob and Helen. 

Have you ever had someone tell you that you should learn another language like a child? Does this actually work? And if so, how do you do this?  In this episode, we will share with you some surprising truths about how children learn languages and techniques that you need to be ap ...  Show more